We Will Rock You: The Queen Quiz

Know more about Queen than just the chorus of "We Are the Champions" and that one scene from "Bill and Ted's Excellent Adventure?" Test your knowledge with this quiz.

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Question 1 of 29

Who are the original band members of Queen?

Brian May, Freddie Mercury, John Deacon and Roger Taylor

Brian May, Freddie Mercury, John Deacon and Roger Taylor formed the band together in 1970.

Freddie Mercury and John Deacon

Freddie Mercury, Brian May and John Deacon

Question 2 of 29

What hit single did Queen release in 1975 on the album "A Night at the Opera?"

"Bohemian Rhapsody" was released on "A Night at the Opera" and remains one of the best singles of all time.

"Bohemian Rhapsody" was released on "A Night at the Opera" and remains one of the best singles of all time.

"God Save the Queen"

"You're My Best Friend"

Question 3 of 29

What double A side single did Queen release in 1976?

"Spread Your Wings" and "It's Late"

"We Will Rock You" and "We Are the Champions"

"We Will Rock You" and "We Are the Champions," two of the bands biggest hits, are often played together on the radio.

"I Want to Break Free" and "Radio GaGa"

Question 4 of 29

What 1980 movie did Queen write and perform the soundtrack for?

"Urban Cowboy"

"Fame"

"Flash Gordon"

Band member Brian May wrote the soundtrack for cult classic "Flash Gordon."

Question 5 of 29

By the end of 1980, how many albums worldwide had Queen sold?

20 million

45 million

At the end of 1980, Queen was hugely successful and had sold more than 45 million albums worldwide.

35 million

Question 6 of 29

Why did Queen's video for "I Want to Break Free" become one of the band's most famous?

It was one of the first videos played on MTV.

It featured all of the band members dressed in drag

The video for "I Want To Break Free," which became another huge hit for the band, featured band members dressed in drag.

It was the directorial debut for Freddie Mercury."

Question 7 of 29

What soft drink company used "I Want to Break Free" in an advertising campaign in 2004?

Coca-Cola

A one-minute remix of "I Want to Break Free" was featured in a Coca-Cola C2 ad.

Pepsi

Dr. Pepper

Question 8 of 29

What is the name of Brian May's guitar?

May Day

Steel String

Red Special

Brian May's guitar, the Red Special, was designed and built by Brian and his father at their home using materials including wood from an antique fireplace mantel, a knitting needle and motorcycle valve springs. The band was also known for its outrageous, lavish parties.

Question 9 of 29

Which Queen song begins with the lyrics "I've paid my dues, Time after time; I've done my sentence, But committed no crime?"

"We Are the Champions"

If you said "We Are the Champions," you're correct!

"Bohemian Rhapsody"

"We Will Rock You"

Question 10 of 29

What was the name of the small guitar amp John Deacy built and John May used with his Red Special on many Queen albums?

Deacy Amp

John Deacy built what became known as the Deacy Amp out of scrap electrical parts, and the sounds it allowed John May to create with his guitar have become legendary.

Red Special Amp

Red Amp

Question 11 of 29

What is Freddie Mercury's birth name?

Farookh Bulsara

Freddie Mercury was born Farookh Bulsara in Zanzibar to parents Jer and Bomi Bulsara.

The duet between Queen and David Bowie "Under Pressure" wasn't planned in advance. Originally, Bowie was to provide vocals to the song "Cool Cat," but he suggested writing an original together instead. And the rest is history.

Rod Stewart

Tina Turner

Question 13 of 29

After hearing the song "Another One Bites the Dust" live in Los Angeles, who convinced Queen to release the song as a single on the album "The Game?"

Mick Jagger

David Bowie

Michael Jackson

Queen didn't plan to release "Another One Bites the Dust" as a single from the 1980 album "The Game" until Michael Jackson heard the song live in Los Angeles and convinced the band that it was original enough to stand as "The Game's" lead track.

Question 14 of 29

In 2011, Rolling Stone readers ranked the best lead singers of all time. Where did Freddie Mercury land?

"A Kind of Magic "was the last album that the band toured. It was Freddie Mercury’s decision not to tour after that; at the time, nobody knew why.

"The Miracle"

Question 17 of 29

When did Freddie Mercury publicly announce he had AIDS?

November 23, 1991

Freddie Mercury announced he had AIDS on November 23, 1991. He died from AIDS-related pneumonia the next day.

November 24, 1991

November 24, 1992

Question 18 of 29

In 2002, what honor did Queen receive in the United States?

its 10th Grammy

inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame

a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

In 2002, Queen was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, joining The Beatles in being one of the few non-U.S. acts with a star.

Question 19 of 29

What is the final track on Freddie Mercury's final album recorded with the band Queen?

"The Show Must Go On"

Freddie Mercury was sick and dying from AIDS when he reportedly recorded "The Show Must Go On" in just one take.

"Ride the Wild Wind"

"These Are the Days of Our Lives"

Question 20 of 29

How many gold and platinum records did Queen have?

eight gold and six platinum

Queen had eight gold and six platinum records.

10 gold and five platinum

12 gold and six platinum

Question 21 of 29

On April 20, 1992, the surviving members of Queen were joined by Elton John, Axl Rose, David Bowie, Def Leppard and many other stars for a memorial concert at Wembley Stadium that was broadcast to a worldwide audience of more than one billion. What did the concert benefit?

Mercury Phoenix Trust

The concert raised millions for the Mercury Phoenix Trust, an AIDS awareness and education fund established by the band members and their manager, Jim Beach.

UNAIDS

Elton John AIDS Foundation

Question 22 of 29

What 1992 movie helped a re-released "Bohemian Rhapsody" single reach No. 2 on the Billboard chart?

"Wayne's World"

The movie "Wayne's World" features main characters Wayne, Garth and buddies singing along to "Bohemian Rhapsody" as it blares on the car radio.

"Singles"

"My Cousin Vinny"

Question 23 of 29

When was Queen inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame?

2000

2001

Queen was voted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2001, along with Michael Jackson, Aerosmith, Ritchie Valens, Steely Dan, Paul Simon, The Flamingos and Solomon Burke.

2002

Question 24 of 29

Which band member designed Queen's logo?

Freddie Mercury

Freddie Mercury created Queen's logo, using a combination of all four band member's astrology signs.

Brian May

Roger Taylor

Question 25 of 29

What former "American Idol" runner-up has been touring as the frontman for Queen?

Adam Lambert

Adam Lambert, who first appeared with Queen on "American Idol" in 2012, has been touring with the band off and on ever since.

Justin Guarini

Bo Bice

Question 26 of 29

What does Brian May prefer to play his guitar with over a standard guitar pick?

a sixpence

Brian May prefers a sixpence over a standard guitar pick.

his fingernails

scrap metal he forms into picks

Question 27 of 29

Which of Queen's albums was the first to hit No. 1?

"A Day at the Races"

"Queen"

"A Night at the Opera"

"A Night at the Opera" was a huge success and was the band's first album to hit No. 1.

Question 28 of 29

What was Queen's first live album?

"Live Killers"

"Live Killers" was recorded during Queen's European tour from January to March 1979.

"Hot Space"

"Live Magic"

Question 29 of 29

What Queen album was the band's first to be recorded in the United States?

"The Works"

"The Works" was Queen's first album to be partially recorded in the United States, at Record Plant Studios in New York. Other parts were recorded at Musicland in Munich.